1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1981 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 75 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1981 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Daihatsu |
| Model | 100 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2030 mm |
